Addiction recovery is a difficult road to travel. There’s no point in making it harder by dwelling on past mistakes and failures. By embracing the gifts of patience, love, encouragement and grace, you’re more likely to succeed in your recovery. Here are a few ways to replace a critical, negative attitude with grace during your recovery journey. Continue reading
The holidays are a time of joy and thanksgiving. For people in recovery, however, the holidays may bring back unpleasant memories of the past or pose a threat to their sobriety. By planning your holiday season in advance, you can enjoy this time to the full without missing a step in your recovery. Here are a few tips for staying on track as you shop and fellowship with others during the holidays. Continue reading
This year Thanksgiving is so different with Covid19 restrictions leaving many big holiday gatherings to just the immediate family. If you are going to be with family or friends, please be safe. Continue reading
A gratitude attitude is one that’s thankful and appreciative of all aspects of life – good and bad, big and small. When gratitude becomes a habit, you’re automatically thankful because you firmly believe that things will eventually work out. Having an attitude of gratitude can reduce stress, boost your mood and give you a positive outlook for the future. It can have a ripple effect on the lives of others, boosting their happiness and morale as well. Here are a few ways to develop an attitude of gratitude in your life. Continue reading
Addiction recovery can be tricky during the holidays as traditional celebrations often involve alcoholic drinks. From spiked eggnog to holiday cocktails, you’re sure to be tempted to break your sobriety, especially when attending family gatherings. With Covid restrictions being different by location this year has an additional layer of challenge. By planning, you can reduce stress and enjoy your holidays more without breaking your recovery goals. Here are a few ideas for handling recovery during the holidays. Continue reading
Recovery is a nearly impossible challenge to go through alone, and sometimes you might feel as though you are too embarrassed to share your journey. However, never be ashamed of taking on sobriety, and it’s actually possible that your social media friends and organized groups can be rather helpful and supportive as you navigate recovery. Here are some benefits of sharing your experiences and learning from others in a social setting whether it be online or at meetings. Continue reading
Halloween, for many young adults, is an opportunity to cut loose, party, get drunk and/or dabble in “other substances.” If you’re in recovery, these are scenarios you definitely want to avoid. The good news is that you can celebrate Halloween without booze or drugs and have a great time. Here are a few ideas on how to skip the booze and enjoy this holiday to the full. Continue reading
Fall signals the beginning of colder weather, shorter days, and for many, seasonal depression. While fall can be a very a pretty time as the season landscape changes; Cold, cloudy days can limit your time outside, leaving you feeling down and out. If you’re affected by the change of seasons, it’s important to protect your mental health. Here are some tips for overcoming mood swings and improving your mental health in the fall. Continue reading
If your finances took a hit during your addiction, take time to put them in order during your recovery. Whether you’ve depleted your savings or gone into debt, it’s never too late to start anew in regaining control of your finances. Here are some solid financial tips to help you get started. Continue reading
Working toward recovery can be stressful at times, which can increase your risk of a relapse. Maintaining your emotional well-being is an important part of managing stress and continuing to move toward a sober life. The following therapeutic activities can help you reduce stress in your everyday life so that you can focus on the recovery process. Continue reading
